More pressure on suppliers as international thermal markets tougher nut to crack

摘要

As if it isn't disappointing enough that the domestic market is all but non-existent, U.S. thermal coal suppliers are also finding it more difficult to make a dime shopping their products to the overseas market.Sure, there is still some sporadic interest being expressed from various buyers, but the proposed numbers aren't quite in line with the kind of profitability sellers are seeking.The cost-conscious Chinese consumers are always looking to purchase coal under market value, and their asking price in many cases simply won't work for U.S. suppliers.